On Stage: Big Damn Blues Revolution storms into Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band
Blues will be the order of the day on November 14 when the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com) presents “The Big Damn Blues Revolution Tour” — a triple-bill featuring The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band as the headliner and J.D. Wilkes and Dom Flemons...
Collins named to Longwood Gardens Board of Trustees
James C. Collins, Jr.,
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Gardens today announced the appointment of James C. Collins, Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Corteva Agriscience, to its Board of Trustees. The appointment is effective January 1, 2020.
“We are extremely fortunate to have Jim joining Longwood’s Board of Trustees,” said Longwood Gardens President & CEO Paul B. Redman. “His extensive...
On Stage: The music inspired by Bucks County at Michener
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Karen Gross
If you enjoy visiting museums, listening to good music or are a history buff – or all three – then you should consider a trip to Doylestown on November 10 to visit the James A. Michener Art Museum (138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, MichenerArtMuseum.org).
On Sunday afternoon, the Michener Art Museum will host singer and songwriter...
Two UHS runners make top five in PIAA AAA X-Country state finals
Ethan McIntyre and Cole Walker of Unionville High School celebrate their top-five finish in the PIAA AAA Country Country final with Unionville coach Mark Lacianca, Saturday.
HERSHEY — Two Unionville High School cross country runners, Ethan McIntyre and Cole Walker took home top-five finishes in the state PIAA Cross Country meet, Saturday.
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On Stage: Ghost appears locally as US tour leg wraps up
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Ghost
Ghost, a Swedish rock band whose music spans many genres, rose to arena status a few years ago – and has continued to build on its success ever since.
Now one of the most popular touring bands in the world, Ghost is coming down to the final few shows of its mammoth year-long schedule of live concerts.
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On Stage: Hamilton storms into Philadelphia
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Hamilton
This is the week for big stage productions to arrive in the area in a variety of genres – musical theater, international ballet and modern circus.
First and foremost is the eagerly awaited arrival of the mega-hit musical “Hamilton,” the show that took Broadway by storm a few years ago and never let up.
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On Stage: Albert Castiglia was born under a good sign
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Albert Castiglia
Over the next few days, Kennett Flash (102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square, 484-732-8295, http://www.kennettflash.org) is presenting a series of shows that will please a wide variety of music tastes – blues, western swing, classic rock tribute, singer/songwriter and indie pop.
It starts on July 25 with modern bluesman Albert Castiglia.
“Born...
On Stage: Tim O’Brien brings bluegrass to Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Tim O’Brien Band
Tim O’Brien got interested in music at an early age and has stayed with it ever since.
Growing up in Wheeling, West Virginia in the 50s and 60s, O’Brien was drawn more to traditional music than the rock music that dominated the airwaves. His musical path led him to bluegrass, country and, eventually, contemporary bluegrass....
Chester County Fire Chiefs Association salutes volunteer firefighting dads
Editor’s Note: As we celebrate Father’s Day this year, the Chester County Fire Chiefs Association gives a special thank you to all dads who volunteer to keep Chester County lives safe and encourages more to do the same by learning about the many volunteer opportunities available at www.helpfightfire.com.
Rick King and Family
Four years ago, Rick King had one of his proudest moments as a...
Rudolf hired as Kennett Twp. interim manager
KENNETT — Alison Rudolf will serve as Kennett Township’s interim township manager beginning Tuesday, May 28.
She will replace, on an interim basis, Lisa Moore, who was terminated by the township last week and is the subject of an ongoing investigation over alleged fiscal improprieties.
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